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High school english language arts lessons for Easel Assessments
Adverb Antics: The Active Adverb Activity that beats worksheets! (adverb game)
**MY BEST SELLER** Over 1,000 teachers have purchased Adverb Antics!Liven up your next adverb lesson with this active activity! Give your students a high-interest grammar activity that will drive home the 'adverb' concept ... and it's much more fun (for them and you) than a worksheet!*** MONEY BACK GUARANTEE*** : TeachersPayTeachers doesn't offer refunds, but I do! If you're not happy with this resource, I will make the changes you request, or refund your money personally through PayPal. You ca
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4th - 12th
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Detective Stories Unit - Short Stories by Doyle, Poe, Dahl; Sherlock Holmes film
In this fantastic detective stories unit, you will explore the characteristics of the detective story genre and apply them to great short stories by Edgar Allan Poe (The Murders in the Rue Morgue), Arthur Conan Doyle (Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Speckled Band and The Adventure of Silver Blaze), and Roald Dahl (Lamb to the Slaughter).Learn what makes a good detective story and then work like a sleuth to identify genre elements in E. A. Poe's and Arthur Conan Doyle's short stories. Analy
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Bundle: Detective Stories Unit + Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit
Norse Mythology Unit, Campbell Hero’s Journey, Lord of the Rings, Marvel Thor
In this epic Norse Mythology unit, you and your students will explore the realms (Asgard, Midgard, Jotunheim, etc.) and characters (Odin, Thor, Loki, etc.) of Norse Mythology and study Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey (monomyth). You will apply the Hero’s Journey to the Norse myths as well as Marvel’s Thor and connect the past with the present by comparing Norse myths to The Lord of the Rings and Marvel’s Thor. In other words, you’ll leave your ordinary world, enter a special world filled with g
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8th - 12th
Also included in: Bundle: Norse Mythology Unit + Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit
Daily Grammar Practice Bell Ringers: Focus on Formal Writing | PDF
This no-prep, easy-to-implement grammar review covers common issues in student writing—active voice, third person, parallel structure—all the topics students need to succeed when writing formal essays.Great for standardized test prep, too! This product is a sequel to the best-selling Daily Grammar Practice for Middle School.This packet includes a complete Answer Key and requires no advance preparation by the teacher, making it ideal for sub plans!This product includes exercises for 9 weeks. Each
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Daily Grammar Practice Bell Ringers for Middle School Bundle!| PDF
Five Paragraph Essay - How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay - Intro to Essay Writing
Teaching how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a 5 paragraph essay has never been easier! This lesson focuses on how to organize and structure a 5 paragraph essay. The students will be introduced to the parts of a paragraph - including writing leads and summaries, transition words and phrases, supporting evidence, sentence structure, etc. Additionally, the resource demonstrates how to incorporate the 6 Traits of Writing™ in their own writing. Finally, the lesson includes n
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9th - 12th
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LGBTQ+ Unit - History & Identity - Lesson Plans, Slides, Activities & Handouts
Comprehensive and timely – this unit provides an overview of LGBTQ history and current issues. Intensive prep has been done so you can focus on teaching! LOW PREP (print and go) — includes lesson plans, slides with activities, PDF handouts, plus formative and summative assessments. Pair with English and History topics, enhance Sociology. High School resource that can be used for digital learning. The lessons help you address complex issues with sensitivity and respect.Teacher directions include
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9th - 12th
Plato Explained: Allegory of the Cave in Plain Language for Students Middle & HS
If you want to teach philosophy to young people, use this lesson plan that introduces students to Plato's theory of reality. I was inspired to create this resource when I retold the story of Plato's allegory of the cave (from The Republic) in plain language. In this story, Plato imagines a world where one man wakes up and questions what is real and what is not real. Have your students read this story with you and use my handy dandy comprehension questions and discussion activities to lead your s
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6th - 10th
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Daily Grammar Practice #1 Bell Ringer for Middle School | Digital
Engage your students with this no-prep, easy-to-use digital bell ringer for grammar skills. Great for Standardized Test Prep! Students will practice proofreading for usage and mechanics, as well as practice identifying the parts of speech, parts of the sentence, phrases, clauses, and sentence structure. Review a lot of skills in a short amount of time! This is how it works:✅ Each week, students analyze a quote from a famous person.Monday: Correct Capitalization and PunctuationTuesday: Identify P
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Daily Grammar Practice Digital Bell Ringer Bundle | Digital
Weather and Climate - Text and Exercise Sheets
Weather is the state of the atmosphere in a certain place at a certain time. Weather always changes and is different all around the world. It depends on many elements . It may be warm and sunny in one place, but cold, windy and rainy somewhere else.Climate refers to the weather conditions in a certain area over a longer period of time.Contents : 16 pagesIntroductionElements of the weatherTemperatureAir pressureHumidityPrecipitationGlobal wind systemsAir massesClimate ZonesWeather forecastingExt
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Book Thief Easy Literary Study (Extended Edition)
Note: Some of my products have some “out there” ideas. Make sure to look at the preview before purchasing. Everyone's classroom is unique and while these lessons work within my classroom, that may not be the case in another’s room.Note 2: This updated version has some new concepts intertwined with some of my favorites from the original version. I change things all the time, so this is the one I'm currently using in my classes. There's new quizzes (Easel), final project options, etc. That being s
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8th - 9th
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Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address All In One w/ Questions, Assessments & PPT
Teaching students to analyze foundational US documents can be challenging! With this All in One Bundle, your students will be able to understand grade level vocabulary, analyze Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address through rhetorical devices and produce an Oral and/or Written Presentation to demonstrate mastery. This Bundle Includes:POWERPOINT:*Clearly Stated Purpose*Standards*Learning Objectives. *Key Terms *Closer Read Analysis* Key Concepts In Lesson: Main Claim of Text, Use of Parallelism, Attitud
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9th - 12th
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Unpacking 'A Good Man is Hard to Find': Short Story Discussion & Lesson
Engage Adolescent English Language Arts students (Grades 10-12) with Flannery O'Connor's classic short story "A Good Man is Hard to Find."O'Connor's short story is compelling, dealing with issues related to class, race, moral hypocrisy, and violence. In the story, a woman from the American South goes on a family vacation to Florida. But not everything turns out as expected . . .Use this Digital Download for a Two-day English Language Arts Lesson Using my tested-in-the-classroom resources, teenag
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Reading Genres PowerPoint - Forms of Literature with Easel Assessment
This Types of Genres PowerPoint explains the main forms of literature and common reading genres. Defines the difference between fiction and nonfiction and provides descriptions and examples of many sub-genres of each, including biography, autobiography, realistic fiction, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, high fantasy, mystery, folktales, fables, legends, myths, and classics. Includes a Types of Genre Quiz. Helps students consider different genres and exposes them to different kinds
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6th - 9th
Decoding Pandora's Box: A Deep Dive into Origin Myths for Middle and High School
Engage English Language Arts middle and high schoolers with the ancient Greek Myth of Pandora — a creation story that pops open the lid on things.Curiosity killed the cat. And Pandora opened a box. Or was it a jar? All hell broke loose. But hope remained. Explore this entertaining myth with your students, and go deeper into the historical, archaeological, and literary elements of the story.Note: The product includes PDF, Google Workspace and interactive Easel versions. Access and modify this res
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8th - 10th
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The Gift of the Magi PowerPoint with Easel Assessment
The Gift of the Magi Figurative Language, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. Animated PowerPoint on the short story by O. Henry. A good digital resource for the holidays to go with this classic Christmas story. Includes a self-grading Easel Assessment. Focus on figurative language. Complete lesson with before, during, and after reading activities. Has background information about the author, twelve critical vocabulary words, review of foreshadowing and suspense, and a link to read the story online.
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Christmas Activities BUNDLE - Fun ELA Resources Grades 4 - 7
Thomas Paine - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment (Distance Learning)
The illustrated Article and Power Point feature the author of Common Sense and a leading advocate for American independence. Featured: Early Life, Marriage, Pennsylvania Magazine, Common Sense, American Crisis, Rights of Man, The Age of Reason, Robert Ingersoll tribute. Activities and Assessment included.Lesson includes:- 4-Page illustrated Article- 23-Slide illustrated Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question - Assessment + Answer Key- DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows s
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5th - 9th
Plato's Republic 'Noble Lie': Classroom Philosophy Series Study Guide
Is society based on a lie? In Plato’s Republic, Socrates and a few of his friends act as interlocutors discussing what makes a just city. Socrates wonders how to protect the city from corruption. In this short excerpt from Book III (414-415d), Socrates tells a story of humanity’s origins, the myth of metals, reminiscent of Hesiod’s account of the ages of man. In the Platonic retelling, humans are born from the earth, and into each is mixed either some gold, appropriate for the rulers, silver app
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9th - 11th
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Valentine's Day: The Origin of the Holiday | Middle and High School ELA Resource
What is the origin of Valentine’s Day? Valentine's Day falls on February 14th. It is now celebrated as a day for lovers. However, its origins can be traced back to the third century in Rome, evolving through the Middle Ages into a day that celebrated courtly love, and eventually becoming known in contemporary times as a day for purchasing heart-shaped chocolates. This resource can serve as either an independent study packet or as a close reading activity. The lesson pacing guide provided is mere
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6th - 10th
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Mythology Unit 3 Pantheons
Third Unit in The Study of Mythology series.Pantheons. Examines the concept of pantheons of deities. Focus on Greek and Sumerian cultures with research project expanding knowlege to other world cultures.Includes complete lesson plans, scripted teaching slides, activities incorporating critical thinking and discussion, close reading, short writing, research, daily and major assessments, and rubrics
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9th - 12th
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Adonis and Hyacinth: And Other Flower Myths in Greek Mythology for MS & HS ELA
Who are Adonis and Hyacinth? Adonis, celebrated in Greek mythology as the epitome of male beauty, embodies the ideal of the 'athlete type' and romantic love. Hyacinth, another figure of striking beauty, becomes the object of Apollo's affection but tragically meets his end, weaving a narrative rich in divine passion and sorrow. The story of Crocus adds to these flower myths, symbolizing the perpetual cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. In a different vein, Admetus, known for his profound love for
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9th - 11th
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Io and Other Lovers: Greek Mythology Lesson | High School ELA Digital & Print
In the tapestry of Greek mythology, Io's story is a compelling narrative that intertwines the fates of gods and mortals. Central to her tale are the figures of Hera and Zeus, with Prometheus playing a pivotal role in the unfolding drama. Io, favored by Zeus, is turned into a heifer by him to hide their affair from Hera. Hera, not fooled, has Argus guard her. Zeus sends Hermes to rescue Io, leading Hera to pursue her with a gadfly. Io's travels and transformations symbolize resilience and the int
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Valentine: The Story Behind Valentine's Day | High School ELA Digital & Print
The tale of Saint Valentine is steeped in the mists of antiquity. In a remarkable turn of events in 1969, the Catholic Church officially excised Saint Valentine from its liturgical calendar. This decision stemmed mainly from scholarly uncertainty about Valentine's true identity — was he a singular historical figure, or were there multiple individuals behind the name? Intriguingly, evidence suggests the latter. This enigmatic saint, shrouded in mystery, sparks a natural curiosity among students e
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6th - 10th
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Video Technology & Production, Camera Shots & Angles Lesson & Auto-Graded Quiz
Looking for a way to introduce your middle or high school video technology and production students to different shots and angles? This lesson includes:An introductory slideshow with 13 different shots/anglesA practice assignmentA video quiz (students watch the video and record the shots/angles on their answer sheets)Three different types of answer sheets: digital, PDF, or self-grading Easel
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7th - 12th
Pygmalion & Galatea: Mythology Unit for Grades 9-11 Middle/High School
Who are Pygmalion and Galatea? Pygmalion was an artist who carved a statue out of marble to look like a real, live woman — whom, oops! — he happened to fall in love with at first sight. His own creation. He named her Galatea, and the goddess Aphrodite (some say Artemis) took notice. Look at the “Further Reading Guide” to supplement this lesson with myth-related books, websites, and articles. I envision this resource being used with any mythology-related unit you share with middle and high school
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
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On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
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